Welcome back to the Willpower Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Austin Johnson, a software engineer and entrepreneur. You can find Austin on all platforms through the following link: https://linktr.ee/austinai

Today, Austin shares his journey from launching a company straight out of college to navigating the complex world of finances and taxes as an entrepreneur. He also dives into the willpower it takes to transition from wage earning to capital ownership, discussing the differences between lifestyle entrepreneurship and growth entrepreneurship. Tune in to hear Austin's insights on how to spot market niches, the importance of financial literacy, and how fitness and health play into long-term financial success. Austin also reflects on lessons from entrepreneurship, his time spent living in Mexico, and how he leverages willpower in daily life to achieve personal and professional goals.

00:00: Introduction to Austin Johnson

02:56: Learning from Entrepreneurship

12:31: The Tax Disadvantages of Wages

22:01: Starting a Business in E-Commerce

31:21: Finding Niches in the Economy

42:16: The Transition from Wage Earner to Capital Owner

52:41: The Role of Fitness and Health in Financial Success

1:03:31: Living in Mexico and Entrepreneurial Adventures

1:14:51: The Importance of Financial Literacy and Managing Taxes

1:25:01: Lifestyle vs. Growth Entrepreneurship: What Path to Take?